Operation Iraqi Freedom

Jun 9, 2023

Sergeant First Class Christopher Celiz: Medal of Honor recipient

Sergeant First Class Christopher A. Celiz was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor on December 16, 2021.

Jun 9, 2023

May 15, 2023

MoH Monday: Corporal Jason Lee Dunham

Corporal Jason Lee Dunham was a member of the U.S. Marine Corps who received a posthumous Medal of Honor, through courageous action in Iraq.

May 15, 2023

May 9, 2023

MoH Monday: Sgt. First Class Paul Ray Smith

In 2003, Sgt. First Class Paul Ray Smith served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and was awarded the prestigious Medal of…

May 9, 2023

May 1, 2023

MoH Monday: Michael A. Monsoor

Michael Anthony Monsoor was a United States Navy SEAL posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions in…

May 1, 2023

Apr 7, 2023

Why we honor National Former POW Recognition Day

On April 9 each year, the country pauses to remember former prisoners of war (POWs) – those held captive during…

Apr 7, 2023

BYMiguel Ortiz

Mar 29, 2023

WATCH: Marines remember Operation Iraqi Freedom 20 years later

In 2023, the U.S. Marine Corps has some of the most experienced combat leaders it has had since the Vietnam…

BYMiguel Ortiz

Mar 29, 2023

Mar 6, 2023

MoH Monday: Sergeant First Class Alwyn Cashe

Sergeant First Class Alwyn Cashe is a posthumous recipient of the Medal of Honor. He earned his award for courageous…

Mar 6, 2023

Nov 7, 2022

Everything you need to know about the Second Battle of Fallujah

Also called Operation Al-Fajr or Operation Phantom Fury, the Second Battle of Fallujah took place from November 7, 2004 until…

Nov 7, 2022

Oct 21, 2022

What to know about September 11, 2001

The September 11 attacks in 2001 changed not just America, but the world at large. “Never forget” quickly became something…

Oct 21, 2022

BYAmanda Huffman

Sep 12, 2023

Women in the military: Making waves since WWI

The history and role of military women throughout the years is fascinating. Take a look back at the role women have played in the military.

BYAmanda Huffman

Sep 12, 2023

BYHarold C. Hutchison

May 18, 2023

These 6 women earned the Silver Star for valor in war

Six women earned the Silver Star for valor for actions since “The War to End All Wars.” Learn about their amazing accomplishments.

BYHarold C. Hutchison

May 18, 2023

Apr 4, 2023

Today in military history: 3rd US Infantry troops enter Baghdad

On April 5, 2003, on the 18th day of Operation Iraqi Freedom, the 3rd Infantry Division entered the city of…

Apr 4, 2023

Mar 19, 2023

Today in military history: Iraq War begins

On March 19, 2003, the United States and coalition forces initiated war against Iraq. The U.S. moved toward an aggressive…

Mar 19, 2023

Dec 15, 2022

This is why Saddam Hussein’s Fedayeen troops wore Darth Vader helmets

In 1995, Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein established his own Fedayeen corps, an irregular unit designed to protect the Ba’athist regime and Hussein himself. As of the 2003 invasion,

Dec 15, 2022

Jul 12, 2021

The 5 strangest military mission names from the Iraq War

If you think Operation Inherent Resolve is a mission name that makes no sense, you’re not alone. The U.S. military operation against ISIS in Iraq and Syria was supposed to have a different name altogether. The Pentagon initially rejected OIR and on…

Jul 12, 2021

Mar 26, 2021

This reporter performed brain surgery on a Marine using a handheld drill

In April 2003, the Marines of Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines entered Baghdad, headed for the Iraqi Intelligence Ministry. Sergeant Jesus Vindaña, a radio operator, was relaying orders from his command when